Matthew 16:13-20

The people of God make up God’s church.  And the church has a mission to fulfill to reach the world with the good news.  But what forces can create barriers to the fulfillment of this mandate from God?  What causes the church to be hindered from our responsibility?  In this encouraging message, Pastor Jeff shares real truth about the foundation of God’s church and the power and protection He has placed upon her.

Today we’ll set our sights on Matthew chapter sixteen, verses 13-20, where the church is spoken about for the first time in the New Testament.  Pastor Jeff has observed three reasons why the church is so important and good for us.  And the priority and focus as you’ll hear is to be Jesus!  

Who do you say that Jesus is?  An important question to be sure, and one we’ll come to grips with today on Light on the Hill.  Maybe you’d be quick to admit, He’s Lord and everything to you!  But does your life reflect that?  Are you listening to Him and obeying His call on your life?  Pastor James Kaddis is going through Matthew’s gospel one verse at a time.  Today we’ll concentrate on chapter sixteen, verses 13-20.

Bible teaching from the book of Matthew chapter 16 verses 13-20. About Baruch:  R. Baruch is the senior lecturer at the Zera Avraham Institute based in Israel. He also appears on the Israeli Television program Pdut L'amo where he teaches each week from the Bible (This program is in Hebrew). A similar Bible Study program in English is broadcast on numerous television networks across the United States, Europe, and Africa. Many of his lectures are available in the forms of video, audio and written on Pdut.org (Hebrew) and LoveIsrael.org (English). Baruch holds a PhD in Jewish Studies. His dissertation was in the translation techniques of the Septuagint. Baruch has been married for over 30 years to his wife, Rivka, and they have three adult children. The Kormans live in Israel. Our Beliefs are available at: Statement of Faith To donate please visit us at: Donate Checks may be sent to: LoveIsrael.org925 N. Courtenay Parkway Suite 19Merritt Island, FL  32953

The disciples of Jesus were on a steep learning curve. They were still creatures of their culture, prone to misunderstandings (see 16:1-12f). But the Teacher was training them – none more so than Simon Peter who was about to make some great discoveries. Matthew 16:13-20

The people of God make up God’s church. And the church has a mission to fulfill to reach the world with the good news. But what forces can create barriers to the fulfillment of this mandate from God? What causes the church to be hindered from our responsibility? In this encouraging message, Pastor Jeff shares real truth about the foundation of God’s church and the power and protection He has placed upon her.